Sourdough Bakery Backstage Tour
Go behind the scenes at a working sourdough bakery and discover how a simple starter becomes a crusty, aromatic loaf.
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Sourdough Bakery Backstage Tour
Step into the warm, flour-dusted world of a working artisan bakery. This behind-the-scenes tour reveals how a living sourdough starter becomes a crackling, open-crumb loaf.
Your host will guide you through each stage:
- Starter care: learn how to feed and maintain a robust culture.
- Mixing and folding: see the dough develop strength without commercial yeast.
- Shaping and proofing: watch bakers coax structure and flavor.
- Baking: observe steam, score, and crust formation in a professional oven.
You will also taste warm bread with cultured butter and take home a small jar of active starter plus a printed guide.
From the first mix to the final bake, you will understand why sourdough depends on patience, temperature, and time. The tour is designed for curious food lovers, home bakers, and anyone who wants a deeper connection to their daily bread.
Note: the tour is fully hands-off, so you can relax and ask questions while the bakery operates around you.
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For participants
Book at least 48 hours ahead so the baker can prep your dough. Arrive 10 minutes early; latecomers may miss the starter feeding. Wear closed shoes and bring a hair tie if your hair is long. Notify us of gluten intolerance or mobility needs when booking.
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